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Part 150
Nioh 3

Part 150

Learn how to defeat the Obsidian Samurai in Nioh 3. Details on his axe and katana moves, Guardian Spirit attacks, and buffs.

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Learn how to defeat the Obsidian Samurai in Nioh 3. Details on his axe and katana moves, Guardian Spirit attacks, and buffs.

Walkthrough
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    The Obsidian Samurai is a tank boss with high health and an extensive moveset, similar to a Revenant but enhanced.
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    He primarily uses an axe but also switches to a large katana.
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    He utilizes his Guardian Spirit, Atlas Bear, for special moves.
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    One move is an "Electric Slam" where he jumps and causes an electric attack.
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    He also uses a buff that appears to enhance his stamina and stagger threshold, fitting his "bear" persona.
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    Take advantage of the slope in the area for cover (press the cover button to crouch behind walls or objects) against ranged attacks.
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    Use your Living Weapon when his health is low.
Tips
  • Keep your health up, especially before the "Izuna Slam" attack.
  • Use the rock formation on the slope for cover against ranged attacks and to jump off of.
  • Dodge or roll away from wind-based attacks like "Wind Swipe" and "Wind Fury" as they can drain HP quickly.
  • Be aware that some attacks, like "Izuna Slam" and "Wind Fury," can be spammed by the boss.
  • Dash away from the "Grab Lunge" attack and be cautious when getting up after being grabbed.
  • Counterattack after dodging his sword strikes, staying just out of reach.
  • Use "Finishing Moves" when his Yokai Gauge is depleted, as he often falls down.

BOSS MOVES:

Sword Combo(s): The Obsidian Samurai, as a katana user, has straightforward sword moves with moderate reach. He can perform up to five combo slashes, though often fewer. He also has a forward circular slash resembling Iai Quickdraw, which can chain into other sword slashes.

Izuna Summon: This is a status effect for the boss, not a direct attack. He summons Izuna to enhance his sword with wind, which lowers your attack if you are hit. This also likely fills his Yokai Realm gauge.

Grab Lunge: A lunging grab attack. If successful, he will slam you down and follow up with two sword slashes. This is generally easy to dash away from, but be careful when recovering.

Izuna Slam: A Guardian Spirit attack where the boss sends Izuna at you. The dragon moves side-to-side. If it grabs you, you will be lifted, take wind damage, and then slammed down. This attack can be spammed.

Wind Swipe / Wind Fury: These attacks occur when the boss is powered up with his wind sword. "Wind Swipe" sends out a single wind wave. "Wind Fury" is a swipe combo that sends out four wind waves. These can drain HP significantly and can also be spammed.

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